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Forum: Road Cycling
06-06-24, 10:45 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 371
Posted By bruce19

Yeah. I wonder if that's what is at work. Long...

Yeah. I wonder if that's what is at work. Long ago John Brodie, SF QB described this experience as "flow."
Forum: Road Cycling
06-06-24, 08:10 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 165
Posted By bruce19

My experience: I was extremely skeptical about...

My experience: I was extremely skeptical about tubeless. But, about 5 yrs ago I saw an incredible deal on Mavic Ksyrium UST w/Yksion tire. So, because I was skeptical, I bought a rear wheel/tire...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-06-24, 02:57 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 371
Posted By bruce19

When I was playing football and baseball from LL...

When I was playing football and baseball from LL age through college I would get into flow. In baseball when I was turning a double play everything was in slow motion., In college, dropping back to...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-06-24, 02:49 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 892
Posted By bruce19

I ride in generally rural areas and I am totally...

I ride in generally rural areas and I am totally sold on my Garmin Varia.
Forum: Training & Nutrition
06-06-24, 02:46 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 235
Posted By bruce19

This is the bike. For those that care about such...

This is the bike. For those that care about such things, it is Ultegra 11 sp mechanical w/ Speedplay Zeros..I outfitted it with an Italian Road Bike mirror, Garmin 830, Garmin Varia, frame mounted...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
06-06-24, 02:32 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 235
Posted By bruce19

Yesterday hit 601 watts for at least 5 seconds on...

Yesterday hit 601 watts for at least 5 seconds on a short 15% climb. The tyranny of the power meter has begun.
Forum: Training & Nutrition
06-05-24, 01:19 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 235
Posted By bruce19

No. Dear God, no.

No. Dear God, no.
Forum: Training & Nutrition
06-05-24, 01:04 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 235
Posted By bruce19

https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/20190704_080824_bfff05e93e3b22276d8b47f0a2cbeb278fd370ea.jpg
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-05-24, 10:18 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 2,485
Posted By bruce19

FWIW my BP is usually borderline. This morning it...

FWIW my BP is usually borderline. This morning it was 131/86 at 6 AM. Went out for a 12 mi. ... 14 mph ride at 10 AM. After an hour I re-took my BP and it was 115//75.
Forum: Training & Nutrition
06-05-24, 09:48 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 235
Posted By bruce19

Thanks. My weight & body fat is done at the same...

Thanks. My weight & body fat is done at the same time of the day, every day. Usually around 6 AM before eating, exercise or coffee. What I am concerned about is visceral fat. I've heard you can look...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
06-05-24, 06:37 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 235
Posted By bruce19

Body fat scales

I'm 78 and about 5'9" and 188 lbs. I did a little searching and bought a decent scale that measures body fat. Today my body fat was 16.1%. I thought that was really good. But, then I saw that these...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
06-04-24, 10:31 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 1,705
Posted By bruce19

https://www.google.com/search?client=firefox-b-1-d...

https://www.google.com/search?client=firefox-b-1-d&q=Vo2+max+preictor+of+longevity#fpstate=ive&vld=cid:6fd87f7c,vid:KpCkJs6DKCw,st:0
...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
06-04-24, 10:25 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 684
Posted By bruce19

I have little intrinsic worth as a human being...

I have little intrinsic worth as a human being according to my wife.
Forum: Training & Nutrition
06-04-24, 03:46 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 684
Posted By bruce19

I've now had three rides with my power meter....

I've now had three rides with my power meter. While my average watts has remained in the 120-150 range, my max went from 300 to 400 to 546. The 546 was on a climb where I decided to make a serious...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-03-24, 02:48 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 1,157
Posted By bruce19

That's not my experience.,

That's not my experience.,
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-02-24, 08:04 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 366
Posted By bruce19

Internal cable routing?

When I bought my Canyon Aeroad two years ago there were several factors involved in my choice. One was price. Another was the cables. I chose the least costly Aeroad CF SL because it was the least...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-02-24, 05:06 AM
Replies: 78
Views: 2,060
Posted By bruce19

My last was a MAZA (not Masi) frame built up with...

My last was a MAZA (not Masi) frame built up with all Campy Athena friction shifting. I think it was an 8 sp. I think that was around 1988.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-02-24, 04:37 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 23,609
Posted By bruce19

I have a 43" chest and a 38 waist at 5'9" and 187...

I have a 43" chest and a 38 waist at 5'9" and 187 lbs. I love Castelli kit. Just bought another jersey. But, I have to buy XXL and it still is like race fit. Their sizing for Americans is a joke.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-02-24, 04:31 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 2,485
Posted By bruce19

Normal. Happens tome all the time. ...

Normal. Happens tome all the time.

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2936915/
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-02-24, 04:28 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 1,428
Posted By bruce19

Yup. Too many variables to clearly distinguish.

Yup. Too many variables to clearly distinguish.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-02-24, 04:27 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 1,157
Posted By bruce19

I haven't read all the post so if this is a...

I haven't read all the post so if this is a duplication my apologies. I have 5 road bikes and a cross bike.But, I am 95% roadie. And, I too, live in a farming community. If I had to choose an all...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-02-24, 04:19 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 543
Posted By bruce19

I don't know if this helps but I have a pair of...

I don't know if this helps but I have a pair of Lake Mtb shoes with Speedplay cleats that weigh 2 lbs. My inexpensive Giro road shoes with SPD cleats weigh 1 lb 7 oz.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-02-24, 03:31 AM
Replies: 78
Views: 2,060
Posted By bruce19

I think you meant index shifting. Friction...

I think you meant index shifting. Friction shifting is an older tech. Also, can you be more specific about the braking? Disc brakes do have calipers. So, I'm not understanding the distinction. I...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-01-24, 04:20 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 913
Posted By bruce19

I just want to give you kudos for embarking on...

I just want to give you kudos for embarking on the journey you've undertaken. Really a good choice IMO. But, one bit of advice ... be patient with yourself. Go forward in small steps until the big...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-31-24, 06:00 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 1,092
Posted By bruce19

I have Assos & Castelli kit. Both go in the...

I have Assos & Castelli kit. Both go in the washer and then line dried. So far it's been fine.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-31-24, 05:55 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 777
Posted By bruce19

I have a mini-pump, tube and tire levers in my...

I have a mini-pump, tube and tire levers in my bag. I also have no problem riding with nothing. Most of my rides are close to home these days so I'm never far from help. OTOH, 5 yrs of tubeless on 5...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
05-31-24, 03:59 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 684
Posted By bruce19

For a few reasons almost all of my rides are like...

For a few reasons almost all of my rides are like this.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-31-24, 03:38 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 352
Posted By bruce19

I also use Firefox and have for 10 yrs. and have...

I also use Firefox and have for 10 yrs. and have been with Strava for around 5-6 yrs. Everything was fine until now.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-30-24, 12:35 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 352
Posted By bruce19

I'm logged in and when I go to the people I was...

I'm logged in and when I go to the people I was following it says I'm following them. Yes, it used to show the people I'm following but it no longer shows anyone.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-30-24, 11:49 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 352
Posted By bruce19

Need Strava help

I'm at my wit's end with this Strava issue. FWIW trying to get help from Strava is like pissing into the wind. So, I am a premium member. When I go to Strava on my desk top all I get is a blank page...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
05-30-24, 03:07 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 684
Posted By bruce19

I'm well down the intensity path too. In my case...

I'm well down the intensity path too. In my case that was always my game in other sports. Explosive but was useless past 100 yds or a couple of minutes. So, it all fits for me in my 8th decade (78 on...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-30-24, 02:52 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 895
Posted By bruce19

That sucks. Heal well and quickly.

That sucks. Heal well and quickly.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-29-24, 05:50 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 687
Posted By bruce19

Haven't looked for your specific tires but these...

Haven't looked for your specific tires but these sites have treated me well.

https://www.competitivecyclist.com/schwalbe-road-bike-tires
https://www.theproscloset.com/collections/schwalbe
Forum: Training & Nutrition
05-28-24, 06:45 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 684
Posted By bruce19

I have no problem with closing the former.

I have no problem with closing the former.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-28-24, 06:41 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 773
Posted By bruce19

Dylan Thomas.....one of my favorites.,

Dylan Thomas.....one of my favorites.,
Forum: Training & Nutrition
05-28-24, 05:37 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 684
Posted By bruce19

How to use my power meter?

I posted a similar thread in Road Cycling. It was a bit different in terms of the info I am seeking. But, apologies if this seems redundant. Having said that, a bit of background. I will be 78 on...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
05-28-24, 04:53 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 871
Posted By bruce19

Yup. Willimantic, CT is notorious around here for...

Yup. Willimantic, CT is notorious around here for young people, male & female, zipping around main streets on motor scooters, illegal dirt bikes and, now, e-bikes. Shorts, T-shirts, flip flops and,...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-28-24, 04:09 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 773
Posted By bruce19

During the past two weeks I've repeated this...

During the past two weeks I've repeated this exact route about 6 times for my comparo of my 4 road bikes. Each one of those rides, despite different bikes, were done at 13.1 or13.2 mph. Not something...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-28-24, 04:01 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 773
Posted By bruce19

Exactly my fear.

Exactly my fear.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-27-24, 02:59 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 773
Posted By bruce19

Got a Power Meter. Have no idea what it means.

So, for some reason, Canyon shipped me my Aeroad CF SL with a power meter. It was not spec'ed but it is there. So, I syncbed it and went for a ride. Over 9 miles it showed 120 watts average and 300...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-27-24, 02:52 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 4,582
Posted By bruce19

The one that helped me in the beginning of this...

The one that helped me in the beginning of this mad affair with cycling was the Greg LeMond book.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-25-24, 09:52 AM
Replies: 81
Views: 2,724
Posted By bruce19

40 yrs. 2 crashes on the road. 1st crash -...

40 yrs.
2 crashes on the road.
1st crash - some road rash (hit something slick in a corner)
2nd crash - a broken neck that resulted in C1 & C2 being fused (hit a pot hole and went over the top)
...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-24-24, 03:14 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 651
Posted By bruce19

All I can say is I love my CAAD 12. ...

All I can say is I love my CAAD 12.

https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1124/20190504_133717_ef1134763c1012ac25ca81cca6fc8f15679bc260.jpg
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-24-24, 03:10 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 11,662
Posted By bruce19

https://www.canyon.com/en-us/road-bikes/aero-bikes...

https://www.canyon.com/en-us/road-bikes/aero-bikes/aeroad/cf-sl/aeroad-cf-sl-8-disc/3050.html?dwvar_3050_pv_rahmenfarbe=GY
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-24-24, 03:09 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 465
Posted By bruce19

Pants AND underpants? I can't imagine that being...

Pants AND underpants? I can't imagine that being comfortable.It's not the saddle/seat IMO.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-24-24, 03:06 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 5,030
Posted By bruce19

40 yrs ago I started out with real chamois. I...

40 yrs ago I started out with real chamois. I would never go back. These days it's Castelli after years with Assos. Whatever works for you.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-24-24, 09:05 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 432
Posted By bruce19

Completed my comparo with a CAAD 12 ride. Before...

Completed my comparo with a CAAD 12 ride. Before the ride I was pretty sure this would be the bike I might sell. And, this was an aberrant ride unlike the other three rides. On the ride, an older...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-23-24, 06:34 AM
Replies: 61
Views: 1,957
Posted By bruce19

People need to listen to people who have...

People need to listen to people who have expertise. I was a college QB and I say to my friend Ron (the bike guy) "If we talk football and you don't listen to me, you are an idiot. If we talk cycling...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-23-24, 06:29 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 737
Posted By bruce19

I don't know what your wife needs but a "cushy"...

I don't know what your wife needs but a "cushy" seat is not a good or comfortable thing IMO. Good luck.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-23-24, 06:26 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 432
Posted By bruce19

Not sure but I might be selling mine. Bought new...

Not sure but I might be selling mine. Bought new in 2019. Probably has about 500 miles on it. Aksiums and 105. In addition to the bikes I mentioned I also have a MASI Gran Criterium S (AL w/CF fork...
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